The Brian Cain Mental Performance Mastery Podcast

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Q&A With Brian Cain, Mental Performance Coach Aug 23, 2021

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In this episode Brian Cain leads a question and answer session with our live audience about mental performance, culture and creating a championship program.

The Coaching Matters Podcast is brought to you by Fundraising University and Brian Cain Peak Performance. Coaching Matters is a nonprofit foundation whose primary purpose is to help coaches, athletes and activities directors succeed in their programs, schools and communities.

Fundraising University works to help you raise the most amount of money, in the least amount of time, with the least amount of interference, to support coaches and activities directors in enhancing the student experience and life-skill development that is a critical component of our educational system.

Brian Cain, MPM, the World’s leading mental performance coach and former high school athletic director works to educate, empower and energize you to be your best through his 10 pillars of mental performance mastery system.

Together, each week Fundraising University and Brian Cain bring you interviews, question and answer sessions and group coaching around mastering mental performance, creating culture and developing the leadership skills you need to succeed.

Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak

Be sure to join Brian’s email list at BrianCain.com/join so that you can stay updated and in the know when it comes to Brian and the forefront of mental performance training.

If you are a coach looking to master mental performance coaching, the missing link in your clients and athletes performance, join Brian’s MPM Coaches Insiders List and receive his best strategies for coaching mental performance and save $200 off his MPM Certification Course when it opens this fall.

If you are an athlete, join Brian’s 3 Day Mini Course on Mental Performance at BrianCain.com/free-athletes-course

If you are a golfer or golf coach join Brian’s FREE Golf Masterclass at BrianCain.com/golf

If you are a baseball player or coach join Brian’s FREE Baseball Masterclass at BrianCain.com/baseball

Baseball MPM - #7 - The MLB Pitching Mindset Aug 18, 2021

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In episode #7 the Baseball MPM Podcast with Cain and Casey, Brian Cain, creator of the Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Coaches Certification and one of the World’s most sought after MPM Coaches and Sean “The Mayor” Casey, one of baseball’s all-time best hitters talk about success strategies you can use both on and off the field.

In this episode Cain and Casey are joined by former Major League Baseball Player Jason Grilli. Grilli was the 4th overall pick in the 1997 MLB Draft, an all-star in 2013 and competed for 18 seasons at the MLB Level.

In this podcast episode we talk about:

Taking pride in representing your family name and how it’s the name on the back that allows you to represent the name on the front of the jersey.
The mentality that drove Jason to compete for 18 seasons and overcome 4 career ending surgeries
The difference in mentality of being a starter vs. being a reliever
Clear communication in setting yourself up for success
Weekly preparation and attention to detail
The importance of playing mental games with yourself to get you focused and locked in and controlling the controllables
The role that routine plays in helping you to feel successful and confident as an athlete
Why you want to break your season up into 100 at bat increments
At the end of the day it’s You vs. You...
The lesson Jason learned from rapper Ice-T about a F$ck It mentality
Why a lion never loses sleep over the opinions of sheep
Managing the disappointment, frustration and adversity of injuries and taking a one pitch at a time to that rehab.
Gods going to give me nothing I can’t handle
The opinions of others only matter if you allow them to affect you
Why you should never solicit feedback from spectators, keep your opinions in the arena
How to use love as energy

You can engage with Brian Cain (@BrianCainPeak), Sean Casey (@themayorsofficemlb) and Jason Grilli (@grillcheese49) on Instagram and Twitter.

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

Simplifying A Mental Toughness Training Plan For HS Coaches Aug 16, 2021

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In this episode Brian Cain, Host of The Coaching Matters Podcast takes us through his 10 Pillars of Mental Performance Mastery Coaching System.

Why Coaching Matters
Critical, Impactful and Influential Period of Time In Life
What is Mental Performance?
Most Miss-Undrestood Aspect of Coaching
6 Inches That Control The 6 Feet Below
More Than Hanging a Quote
The Missing Link In Athletic Performance
Stand Up - Sit Down at What %

Drills -> Skills -> Skillset

Drills -> 10 Mental Skills -> Mental Toughness Skillset
1. Elite Mindset
Mental Performance Daily Podcast
Instagram, Twitter @BrianCainPeak
Success Hotline

2. Motivation & Commitment
Motivation Comes After….. Movement Begins
Actions -> Feelings
Feelings -> ACtions
Telescope & Microscope Goals

3. Focus & Awareness
BrianCain.com/Cgrid

4. Self-Control and Discipline
Make Your Bed
E+R=O

5. Process Over Outcome
Control What You Can Control

6. Meditation & Mental Imagery
6-2-8 Breathing & Mind Movie When Head Hits Pillow

7. Routines & Habits of Excellence
Habit Share App
Corbin Burnes Success Checklist

8. Time Management & Organization
Plan Tomorrow tonight

9. Leadership
The 6 C’s of Leadership

10. The Right Culture
Principle of Preference? What Are Your Core Principles?

Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak

Be sure to join Brian’s email list at BrianCain.com/join so that you can stay updated and in the know when it comes to Brian and the forefront of mental performance training.

If you are an athlete, join Brian’s 3 Day Mini Course on Mental Performance at BrianCain.com/free-athletes-course

If you are a golfer or golf coach join Brian’s FREE Golf Masterclass at BrianCain.com/golf

If you are a baseball player or coach join Brian’s FREE Baseball Masterclass at BrianCain.com/baseball

How Baseball Players Can Win the Mental Game Aug 11, 2021

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Zach Sorensen is a former Major League Baseball Player with the Cleveland Indians and Los Angeles Angels. The 3x All-American at Wichita State has worked as a mental performance coach with the Texas Rangers and is currently serving in that capacity with the Atlanta Braves. He is also the best selling author of The Hard 90, How To Prepare, Compete and Progress in the Mental Game.

In this 3rd episode of a 3-part-podcast, Zach shares how baseball players can better develop the mental game skills they need to give themselves the best chance for success. You can engage with Zach through his website zsorensen.com and check out his book The Hard 90 on Amazon and his podcast The Hard 90.

If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review and be sure to connect with Brian Cain on Twitter and Instagram @BrianCainPeak and at BrianCain.com

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

Why Coaching Matters - Mike Bahun, CEPO Fundraising University Aug 09, 2021

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In this episode Brian Cain, host of The Coaching Matters Podcast is joined by Fundraising University CEO Mike Bahun to talk about why Coaching Matters and the importance, influence and impact that high school coaches and activities directors have in our educational system and the role they play in life skill development.

Fundraising University and Brian Cain bring you interviews, question and answer sessions and group coaching around mastering mental performance, creating culture and developing the leadership skills you need to succeed.

Be sure to subscribe wherever you are listening to this podcast, leave us a review and engage with Brian on social media @BrianCainPeak

Be sure to join Brian’s email list at BrianCain.com/join so that you can stay updated and in the know when it comes to Brian and the forefront of mental performance training.

If you are an athlete, join Brian’s 3 Day Mini Course on Mental Performance at BrianCain.com/free-athletes-course

If you are a golfer or golf coach join Brian’s FREE Golf Masterclass at BrianCain.com/golf

If you are a baseball player or coach join Brian’s FREE Baseball Masterclass at BrianCain.com/baseball

Announcement! Brian Has a Brand New Podcast: Mental Performance Daily Aug 02, 2021

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We have a major announcement! Brian Cain has a brand new podcast: Mental Performance Daily.

Oftentimes, what separates truly elite performers from everyone else isn’t talent, luck or connections, it’s preparation. In this new podcast, listeners get to hear short, daily messages from one of the leading mental performance coaches in the world.

For years, these 3-minute daily meditations, motivational messages and mental performance tips have been reserved for star athletes, leading corporate executives and high-profile coaches, but now IRONCLAD is bringing these messages to everyone through a daily video and audio podcast.

In this new IRONCLAD original podcast, listeners can close the gap between what each day has in store and what they're truly capable of achieving.

Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts.

Baseball MPM - #6 - Exit Your Comfort Zone Jul 28, 2021

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In episode #6 of The Baseball MPM Podcast With Cain and Casey, Brian Cain, creator of the Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Coaches Certification and one of the World’s most sought-after MPM Coaches is joined by Eric Byrnes as a pinch hitter in place of Sean “The Mayor” Casey for this episode.

Eric Byrnes is a former Major League Baseball Player with over a decade of service in the big leagues. Since his retirement from baseball he has been an analyst with the MLB Network and continually challenged himself to exit his comfort zone. Byrnes has completed multiple 100mile runs, a triathlon across america and set the world record for speed golf and complete 245 holes in 12 hours.

In this podcast we dive into the importance of challenging yourself, exiting your comfort zone and the key aspects of Byrnes daily routines that keep him sharp, in shape and at the forefront of the relentless energy movement.

Other key aspects of our call are:

The importance of consistency
Establishing a routine - what’s now, what’s next
You Can’t Force It, If You Need To Stumble Forward, Stumble Forward
The importance of accountability partners and team
The critical importance of taking massive action and just doing it
The mindset that today is going to be a great day
How to make brushing your teeth - An exercise to get present
How Byrnes uses Coffee, Reflexology Board, The Quote of The Day
Why it’s massively important to get outside - Sweat Before Screens
Why to Check Your Calendar The Night Before
The importance of keeping a Capture List and a detailed Calendar
Time is our most precious resource, how to use it properly
Why we want to have a routine and be really good at adapting and adjusting
We are constantly creating the energy in the energy cycle
The More Energy You Give -> The More Energy You Get
Concepts must be scientifically grounded - Stands up to the reality

You Become The Average of the 5 People You Hang Out With
The Importance of Dopamine Jumps
How Kobe Bryant

You can engage with Brian Cain (@BrianCainPeak) Eric Byrnes (@ebyrnes22) and Sean Casey (@themayorsofficemlb) and Zach Sorensen (@zsorensen4) on instagram and twitter.

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

Golf MPM - #6 - How Golf Coaches Can Win The Fall Season Jul 27, 2021

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In The Golf MPM Podcast Brian Cain, creator of the Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Coaches Certification and 30 Days to MPM For Athletes Program joins co-host Trake “Carp” Carpenter to discuss all things related to golf swing, course and self management and getting the most out of your potential both on and off the course.

In episode #6, How Golf Coaches Can Win The Fall Season, Cain and Carp share ideas on how coaches can maximize the most important fall in the history of college golf coming out of a global pandemic.

In this podcast we breakdown:

How To Approach The Biggest Tournament Of The Year

The Importance of Clarifying & Implementing A Culture

A 3-Step Formula To Reflect Upon Each Round

What Kobe Says About Losing - The Process & Reflection

Our NEW Group Coaching Program Covering the 10 Pillars of Mental Performance Mastery for Golf

You can engage with Brian Cain (@BrianCainPeak) and Trake “Carp” Carpenter (@trakecarpenter).

For more on Brian, Trake, and the Mental Game of Golf, head to BrianCain.com/golf and watch our FREE 40-minute Golf Masterclass.

You can also check out our previously recorded episodes at BrianCain.com/blog/category/golf

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

How Baseball Coaches Can Win the Mental Game Jul 20, 2021

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Zach Sorensen is a former Major League Baseball Player with the Cleveland Indians and Los Angeles Angels. The 3x All-American at Wichita State has worked as a mental performance coach with the Texas Rangers and is currently serving in that capacity with the Atlanta Braves. He is also the bestselling author of The Hard 90, How To Prepare, Compete and Progress in the Mental Game.

In this 2nd of a 3-part-podcast, Zach shares how baseball coaches can better coach the mental game in their players. You can engage with Zach through his website zsorensen.com and check out his book The Hard 90 on Amazon and his podcast The Hard 90.

If you enjoyed the Mental Performance Mastery podcast, please leave us a review and be sure to connect with Brian Cain on Twitter and Instagram @BrianCainPeak and at BrianCain.com

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

Golf MPM - #5 - DECADE Course Management Jul 13, 2021

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In The Golf MPM Podcast Brian Cain, creator of the Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Coaches Certification and 30 Days to MPM For Athletes Program joins co-host Trake “Carp” Carpenter, Head Men’s Golf Coach at The University of Denver to discuss all things related to golf swing, course and self management and getting the most out of your potential both on and off the course.

In episode #5 Cain and Carp are joined by Scott Fawcett of Decade Golf, the greatest course management system in golf. Scott has worked with Will Zalatoris who finished second in the 2021 Masters, Bryson DeChambeau and an army of other PGA superstars.

In this podcast we breakdown:

The one book that Scott gifts to all of the golfers he works with
The challenges of golf being that it’s the only sport that’s not played on a unified court
Trusting a conscious repeatable process vs emotion
Identifying the process of DECADE, Distance, Expectation, Correct Target, Analyze, Discipline, Execute
How 3 Hours of Meditation helped Will Zalatoris to finish 2nd in The Masters
The importance of process and discipline
Recognizing thought patterns before the get out of control
Removing the outside noise with routines
The discrepancy in pure talent/ball striking from a good college player to the PGA/KFT Tour
What a college golf team should do during a practice round on a new course
The lowest hanging fruit for someone trying to break 80/90/100 when it comes to course strategy

You can engage with Brian Cain (@BrianCainPeak) and Trake “Carp” Carpenter (@TrakeCarpenter) and with Scott Fawcett on Twitter @ScottFawcett and via email scott@playinglesson.com

Want to join The Golf Mental Performance Mastery (MPM) Podcast live and participate in the podcast recording? There’s a new podcasting platform built to engage with listeners in real time. It’s called The NoFilter Network and I’m hosting this podcast there and we'd love to have you as a guest.

You can reserve your ticket to be on the show by clicking here and searching for recording dates and times in the "upcoming events section".

You can also check out our previously recorded episodes at BrianCain.com/blog/category/golf

Today's show is also brought to you by Organifi. Go to https://organifi.com/mentalperformance for 20% off.

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